Margaret Qualley to Star in Psychological Horror Thriller VICTORIAN PSYCHO

Margaret Qualley ("The Substance", "Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood", "The Maid") is set to star in the psychological horror thriller film "Victorian Psycho" directed by Zachary Wigon ("Sanctuary") from a script by acclaimed and best-selling author Virginia Feito ("Mrs. March"), based on her upcoming novel of the same name. Production is set to begin in March 2025.

Set in 1858, the film follows a young, eccentric governess named Winifred Notty (Qualley) who arrives at the remote gothic manor known as Ensor House. Winifred's responsibilities include teaching the children table manners and educating them about their family's history, all whilst hiding her psychopathic tendencies. As Winifred assimilates into life at Ensor House, staff members begin to inexplicably disappear, and the owners of the estate begin to wonder if there is something amiss about their new governess.

Wigon and Qualley previously collaborated on the film "Sanctuary", which premiered at TIFF in 2022 to rave reviews and was quickly acquired by Neon. Wigon had this to say about the project: "As soon as I discovered this thoroughly insane and unforgettable character, I knew I had to introduce moviegoers to Winifred Notty. I am beyond thrilled that the utterly fearless Margaret Qualley will be bringing this complex antihero to vivid life. Virginia Feito's screenplay is an audacious blend of psychodrama, satire, gore and mystery. With horror aficionado producer Dan Kagan and the support of Anton and Anonymous, I cannot wait to make Victorian Psycho.". Qualley added that "‘Working with Zach [Wigon] again feels like a rare gift, and I can’t wait to step into this twisted world he's created".

The film is produced by Dan Kagan ("Longlegs") under his Traffic banner as well as Sebastien Raybaud ("Greenland", "The Night House") and Wigon, in association with Anonymous Content. Nick Shumaker and Bard Dorros will executive produce. Anton is fully financing the film and is representing international rights, launching sales at the upcoming American Film Market. U.S. rights are co-represented by Anton, UTA Independent Film Group and CAA Media Finance.

Margaret Qualley can next be seen in Ethan Coen's "Honey Don't", Richard Linklater's "Blue Moon", and "Huntington", also starring Glen Powell.

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